DUR002115 – CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – LOCATION IS NEGOTIABLE
Purpose of the Job: The successful candidate will represent the interests of the industry and producers, ensure the implementation of the company’s mission, vision, and strategy, and lead the organization towards achieving short-, medium-, and long-term goals.
Required Qualifications - Tertiary Education (MSc/MA in Business Administration and/or Agric. Economics or similar)
Technical Competencies & Experience: - Understanding of the economics of on farm crop production
- Familiarity with the fresh produce export supply chain
- A broad understanding of international trade – mechanisms, barriers etc
- Ability to deal with diverse stakeholders:
- Farmers – small & large scale
- Agricultural input suppliers
- Service providers - transporters, packhouses & ports authorities
- Agricultural researcher institutions
- SA Government departments
- Agriculture
- Lands
- Trade & Industry
- Overseas customers (importers)
- Strong financial planning and analysis skills
- Planning
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Outstanding communication, diplomacy & lobbying skills
Behavioural Competencies: - Good communication skills – verbal & written.
- Organization and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
- Problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Leadership skills.
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